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Rother Group

We are the Rother Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Come and join us for this circular walk starting at Battle Abbey car park , over the countryside and woods around Battle and Crowhurst. There are a few stiles along the way. Roads, footpaths, fields and mud all included, we will walk along the 1066 Country Walk-Bexhill link and through the Fore Wood Nature Reserve towards Crowhurst then circle round back to Battle via Sedlescombe Golf Club.

Sunday, 23 March 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
302.4m / 992ft
Type:
circular

The Battle Abbey car park is free for English Heritage members ,or  £4 if not. There is another pay for car park in Mount Street, 3, Old Ladies Court, Battle. TN33 0AR.

Well behaved dogs welcome on short leads

Many places in Battle for teas/coffee, food etc before or after.

There are some muddy areas and gentle inclines.

We will pause for a snack and drink at some point so bring rations.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 74743 15766
Nearest postcode:
TN33 0AB
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Start time:
10:00 am

Battle Abbey Car Park at rear of Abbey. Free English Heritage members £4 if not.( Bring coins)

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking